What are the requirements to rent a hotel room?|178535

My girlfriend and I want to go to Wisconsin Dells in December for our anniversery. I_m 18 and shes 17, and I_ve never rented a room before. Do you need a credt card or some other things? Can anyone help me out?

It completely depends on the hotel/motel, but nowadays, it_s hard to find a place that doesn_t require a credit card. However, you should be okay with a pre-paid credit card or a debit card. Also, smaller mom-and-pops (who still trust everyone) and/or sketchy places (who rent by the hour) will take cash or checks (ahead of time to make sure the money is there).

I_d also recommend making a reservation, since it_ll make the whole process easier. Here_s a website with a bunch of hotels/motels/B_Bs/etc for Wisconsin Dells:
http://www.dells.com/index2.html
If the hotel has a website, they_ll usually give you quite a few details as well (i.e. cancellation policies, credit card policies, etc).

Also, they_ll ask to see your ID, in case you trash the room and since most won_t rent to anyone under 18 (I don_t think they_d ask to see your girlfriend_s ID, but just in case, I_d have her sit out in the car while you_re getting the key from the front desk).

Most of the time you need a credit card. I_ve stayed in a few places that took cash. When you call to book the room ask them first if they will take some other sort of payment besides a credit or debit card. A lot of them need a credit card to hold a room since you can_t pay with cash over the phone.

Most places require a credit card, debit cards work fine as well.

Most places do require a credit card to guarantee your reservation. Your best bet is to call in to make the reservation and ask them if you can send a check for guarantee -- some hotels still allow you to do that.

yes.....I can help..try this site www.vrbo.com
rent owner direct. you will not need a credit card and will rent owner direct. You will never see the owner Some owners require you to be 21 or 25 but Like i said they mail you the keys...
Just don_t party there...Does Her mom know she is going???
No really this is a great site..

The primary requirement at most motels or hotels is legal id.
Secondary as some of the other users have pointed out is a credit or debit card.
My advise would be to plan ahead and contact the hotel your planning at with and ask them what there requirements are.
Planning ahead also assures they will have a room available for you.